1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2010 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Doblo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Doblo.
Because 1988 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2010 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
| Model | XJS | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2755 mm |
